A concentric thrombus is a type of blood clot that forms in layers around a central core, resembling concentric rings. This structure is often associated with conditions like atherosclerosis, where repeated cycles of clotting and healing can lead to layer formation. The layers can vary in composition, with different types of cells and fibrin, and may influence the thrombus's stability and potential for embolization. Understanding concentric thrombi is important in cardiovascular medicine, as they can impact blood flow and increase the risk of complications.
thrombus
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The plural form of "thrombus" is "thrombi." A thrombus refers to a blood clot that forms in a vessel, and when multiple such clots are present, they are collectively referred to as thrombi.
More than one thrombus (or the plural form) is "thrombi".
When a thrombus travels through the vascular system it is called an embolus.
Thromboangionecrosis is death of a vessel wall due to a thrombus.
Thrombus in medical terms means blood clot.
A thrombus is a blood clot that forms in the circulatory system and remains where it forms rather than circulating in the blood.
Concentric
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A platelet plug is not the same as a thrombus, although it is a component of thrombus formation. The platelet plug forms initially at the site of a blood vessel injury, where platelets aggregate to stop bleeding. A thrombus, on the other hand, is a more complex structure that includes not only the platelet plug but also fibrin strands and red blood cells, which stabilize the clot. Thus, while a platelet plug is an essential part of thrombus formation, they are not synonymous.
A thrombus in a blood vessel restricts or reduces blood flow. If it's occlusive, it cuts blood flow off completely.